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Bad breath that is unusually strong, or if your cat's mouth odor suddenly takes a turn for the worse may be a sign of the beginning of a more serious health issue.
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If you have a light colored cat, you may have noticed black stuff in the corner of its mouth. Learn what it is and how to get rid of it...
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You can reduce or even prevent dental disease in your favorite feline by feeding a crunchy diet and by teaching your cat to accept daily tooth brushing. This article includes Instructions on how to brush your cat's teeth including photos.
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Our cats are living longer and healthier lives, and with this longevity comes increased health concerns related to old age.
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You may think only puppies and dogs need to have a chew toy - but you would be wrong. Some cats like to chew too, but you want to be careful what type of chew toys you give yo your kitty with an oral fixation...
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The majority of cats over five years of age have some form of dental disease, ranging from mild gingivitis to painful tooth abscesses and resorptive lesions. This article gives a general overview of the signs of dental disease and recommended treatments.
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Occasionally, a healthy-seeming kitten will not grow as expected, falling behind in size compared to the other kittens of its litter. This type of kitten is often labeled as "failure-to-thrive". Learn how to help this kitten improve and catch up to its siblings.
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A cats doesn't develop cavities in same way that a person does... but when it does get a toothache, it's a bad one!
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Gingivitis, an inflammation of the gums caused by bacteria, plaque and tartar, is a common dental disease in cats. Unless treated promptly, gingivitis can develop into a serious problem.
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If you rescue an older cat, it may be difficult to know how old it is. Aging an adult cat is not an exact science, but there are a few tricks that can give you clues to determine the cat’s age.